Through classroom observations, Cossentino explored the “rituals” of a Montessori classroom. She explains the traditional techniques (rituals) used in Montessori pedagogy and describes how these techniques reflect broader Montessori principles, such as independence. Cossentino emphasizes the importance of rituals as … Continuer la lecture →

Cossentino argues that Montessori’s construct of “work” dramatically influences the dominant views of learning, teaching, and schooling. The theory of work with children vastly changes the way teachers interact with their students and how students view themselves in terms of … Continuer la lecture →